“Bringing Lewis & Clark Downtown” – Breakfast CLE Speaking Series

Marriott International, 1401 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97201

Lewis & Clark Law School is hosting a Breakfast & CLE series. There will be four CLE’s presented by Lewis & Clark Law School faculty. The presentations will be held at The Marriott Waterfront Hotel conveniently located in downtown Portland. There will be two CLE’s presented in the Fall and two CLE’s presented in the Spring. Registration for each CLE is required

Description: Since 2000, the renewable energy industry has experienced unprecedented growth. Oregon has served as a focal point for this growth, with wind energy developments in central and eastern Oregon and smaller scale solar developments in various Oregon cities. Oregon also serves as the headquarters for many international energy companies focused on increasing renewable energy production.

Despite this growth and Oregon’s prominent role in renewable energy development, the future of renewable energy remains uncertain. Congested transmission lines and cheap fossil fuel prices make it difficult for renewable energy producers to sell their power. Tax credits and other policies necessary to promote renewable energy will expire by the end of 2012 if legislatures do not act. Without greater policy support, the renewable energy sector could contract, making Oregon more reliant on fossil fuels.

This lecture will discuss the risks the renewable energy industry faces and provide recommendations for how policymakers and citizens can help advance renewable energy development.